Locum :MD (Medical Doctor) Anesthesiology
About The Position
This is an on-site locum contract position for an Anesthesiologist at the Associate experience level. The role provides perioperative anesthesia services in a professional clinical environment, evaluating patients before procedures and supporting their safety and comfort throughout surgical and procedural care. The Anesthesiologist works with surgeons, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to provide coordinated, patient-centered care across multiple facilities. The schedule is 7:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. or 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. on specific dates, with beeper call. Case types include pediatrics, general surgery, orthopedics, urology, ophthalmology, ENT, plastics, and podiatry, among others. Support staff includes 3 MDs and 10 CRNAs. The EMR is Epic. Board certification is required.
Requirements
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from an accredited medical school.
- Completion of an accredited Anesthesiology residency program.
- Board certification in Anesthesiology; the posting also states board certification is required.
- Active and unrestricted medical license in the State of Illinois.
- Current DEA registration and valid BLS/ACLS certifications.
- Proven clinical experience in perioperative anesthesia care.
- Strong knowledge of airway management, pharmacology, and patient monitoring.
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and patient-care skills.
- Ability to work independently and adapt to contract-based locum assignments.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in multi-specialty or outpatient surgical settings.
Responsibilities
- Conduct pre-anesthesia patient evaluations and review medical histories.
- Develop and implement individualized anesthesia plans for surgical and procedural cases.
- Administer general, regional, and local anesthesia as required.
- Monitor patients’ vital signs and respond promptly to changes during procedures.
- Manage airways, pain control, and post-operative recovery.
- Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and surgical teams to ensure safe and efficient care.
- Accurately document anesthesia records, clinical findings, and treatment outcomes.
- Ensure compliance with clinical protocols, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical case reviews.
- Provide patients and families with education regarding anesthesia procedures and risks.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
